Assistant Contracting Manager, UK & Ireland

Intrepid Experience; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative travel company is seeking an Assistant Contracting Manager to enhance travel experiences across the UK and Ireland. This exciting remote role offers the chance to work with diverse teams and negotiate with suppliers, ensuring memorable adventures for travelers. With a commitment to sustainability and inclusivity, this company provides unique benefits such as annual trips and flexible work options. Join a passionate team dedicated to making a positive impact in the travel industry while enjoying a fulfilling career that values diversity and personal growth.

Benefits

Flexible work options

Annual free trip

Additional leave days for trips

Paid parental leave

Professional development programs

Volunteer leave

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Strong UK destination knowledge with broad contracting experience.
• Proven negotiation skills with accommodation and activity providers.

Responsibilities

• Source and negotiate with suppliers for best rates.
• Contribute to new product development across the region.

Skills

Contracting experience

Negotiation skills

Supplier knowledge

Trip operations understanding

Excel proficiency

Team collaboration

Tools

Excel

Job description

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Assistant Contracting Manager, UK & Ireland

Requisition ID: 2991

Department: Contracting

Work Type: Remote

Application Close Date: 8th May 2025

At Intrepid Travel, we exist to inspire, create, share, and lead the best travel experiences ever – for both people and the planet. More than 34 years later, we’re proud to be a certified B Corp with hundreds of trips in over 100 countries.

The world needs more Intrepid people:

We’re looking for an Assistant Contracting Manager with strong UK destination knowledge to help us create experience-rich, responsibly operated adventures.

Working alongside our Contracting Manager, you’ll play a vital role in sourcing and negotiating with suppliers—particularly accommodation, transfer, and activity providers—securing the best rates, and contributing to new product development across the region. Your work will directly influence how our travelers experience these iconic destinations.

This is a full-time, permanent role that operates remotely from the UK or Ireland. If you’re near our London office, occasional in-person attendance may be required in line with our flexible working policy. Occasional travel to Denmark may also be necessary.

Preferred experience includes:

• Broad contracting experience and supplier knowledge across the UK, especially in Scotland and/or Ireland
• Proven negotiation skills with rates, pricing, and supplier contracts, particularly with accommodation, transfer, and activity providers
• Understanding of trip operations and travel industry dynamics in the UK/Ireland
• Confidence in analysis and reporting, especially using Excel and reservation systems
• Experience working with diverse teams across different locations and cultures

Our commitment to diversity:
Intrepid Travel reflects the diversity of our customers and communities. We support an inclusive culture and encourage applications from all backgrounds, including First Nations People, LGBTQI+ individuals, those living with disabilities, and people from diverse ethnicities, races, and religions.

Our benefits include:

• Flexible work options, including work-from-home and 'work from anywhere' for 4 weeks a year
• A free trip with Intrepid annually, plus discounts for family and friends
• Five additional leave days per year for use on Intrepid trips
• At least 10 weeks of paid parental leave, plus other leave provisions
• Access to e-learning, professional development, and mentorship programs
• 20 hours of volunteer leave annually for causes important to you
• Employee Assistance Program offering 24/7 counseling services

Our values: We are Real. Together. Ambitious. Impactful. These principles guide our success and are embodied by our people and their work.

We prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion in our recruitment process. If you need accommodations to apply, please email [e-mail] with your name, location, and required accommodations. We will assist you accordingly.